All Entries in the "Community and Arts Life" Category
Alone for the night? Treat yourself to Lobster Newburg for one
By Jim Bailey theyankeechef.blogspot.com This recipe is meant for only a single serving. Why? Because I have received so many emails to “cut it down.” Apparently there are many more singles living by themselves than I had thought. Simply double or triple this recipe as needed. 1 tablespoon flour 1 teaspoon paprika 1 tablespoon […]
Chester marks Memorial Day with parade, commemorations
W ith a parade, prayers, gun salutes, speeches, wreath layings and other ceremonies, Chester marked Memorial Day on Friday, May 30 – the traditional “Decoration Day” that began in the aftermath of the Civil War. This year’s remembrance was held under sunny skies as bands from Chester-Andover Elementary and Green Mountain Union High schools played […]
Beautification committee plants sunshine around Chester
By Cynthia Prairie It was a blooming beautiful Thursday morning, May 29, when members of the recently formed Chester Beautification Committee gathered at Sunshine Acres garden center on Route 11 north to fill 34 large planters with soil and flowering plants — such as petunias, salvia and sun patiens. The containers were then set out […]
‘Help Wanted:’ Middle schoolers answer the call of the stage
By Josh Bodin On Thursday and Friday, May 15 and 16, the Green Mountain Middle School presented the play Help Wanted in the auditorium of the Chester high school, giving middle schoolers the opportunity to have a part in a theatrical production without having to compete with high school students. “The play was about a […]
Create an intense chocolately cacao cream pie
By Jim Bailey theyankeechef.blogspot.com Basically, ‘cocoa’ and ‘cacao’ are the same thing — all right, they are the same thing. The word cacao is the original name for what the English speaking people call cocoa. So why the difference? Simply because cocoa is a spelling mistake from many years ago that no one has ever […]
Summer travels are as close as a good book
By John Hoover I have met very few people who haven’t wished to travel, to see other parts of our nation or our world, even if only from the comfort of their armchair. Since summer is the time when many people travel, the owners and staff at Misty Valley Books thought we’d share with you some […]
Simply the best: Old-fashioned aromatic cheese biscuits
By Jim Bailey theyankeechef.blogspot.com This recipe came to me when I was wicked pressed for time this past week. So instead of rolling these babies out, I decided to simply plunk them down onto a baking sheet and bake them while cleaning up the rest of the mess from supper preparation. With no rolling pin […]
Kaiman honored for farm activism; Weston Playhouse names new managing director
Chester farmer Lisa Kaiman, owner of Jersey Girls Dairy and Jersey Girls Farm Cafe and Market in Gassetts, was honored last week by Rural Vermont, a education and advocacy organization that lobbies for family farming and local consumer interests. The honors were bestowed upon Kaiman at the annual Rural Vermont meeting, this year held at […]
Easy pretzel hot dog buns will become a family favorite
By Jim Bailey theyankeechef.blogspot.com Now that I have started making these hot dog buns for my children, they will not eat any other hot dog roll. I didn’t add the extra coarse salt on top (purely for health reasons) but by all means sprinkle some pretzel or coarse-grained salt over the top of the beaten […]
An Epic prom 2014 for Green Mountain students
The theme for this year’s Green Mountain Union High School prom was Rustic Romance, and while everyone in attendance on Saturday night at the Epic restaurant at Okemo Mountain certainly dressed for a romantic mood, nary a one of the 70 or so students in attendance donned much that could be described as rustic. […]
Windsor artists highlighted at Open Studio weekend
Vermont Crafts Council Spring Open Studio offers the Chester Art Loop in Southern Windsor County again this Memorial Day Weekend. Working together to present its varied and talented group of painters and artisans, the 20-mile gang create a beacon to visit Chester and its surrounding towns of Andover, Weston and Ludlow. The studios will be […]
Chester Alumni Weekend events June 6-June 8
Chester High School and Green Mountain Union High School will hold its annual alumni association weekend Friday, June 6 through Sunday, June 8 at various locations around Chester. On Friday, June 6 will be the annual banquet annual evening bash at the American Legion featuring music and dancing; a pancake breakfast on Saturday morning, June […]
Shredded chicken perfect for a picnic feast
By Jim Bailey theyankeechef.blogspot.com If you don’t have molasses, simply double the brown sugar called for. Either way, this hearty ‘pulled’ chicken recipe is a must for any picnic or barbecue this year. Don’t just eat as is, add some cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese), pickle chips, dry coleslaw mix for some great […]
Crispiness adds a unique flavor to rice
By Jim Bailey theyankeechef.blogspot.com Much like the Persian Polo but a little more flavorful, the crisp rice gives this dish flavor that can’t be found with any spice. Adding just a touch of curry and cayenne adds without overwhelming the natural taste of the crusty rice. Enjoy this side dish with your choice […]
From humor to history, ‘wild card’ books offer a full deck of Good Reads
Editor’s Note: This week, Chester-Andover Elementary School students Taylor Cote and Olivia Wright, under the guidance of teacher Frank Kelley, have taken a turn at book reviewing. Read their review of Wonder by clicking here. By John Hoover When it comes time each month to write the Good Reads column for The Chester Telegraph […]
‘Wonder:’ A ‘different’ boy finds acceptance in a different place
Editor’s note: The Chester Telegraph is happy to run this review of R.J. Palacio’s ‘Wonder,’ written by students at Chester-Andover Elementary School. By Taylor Cote, Olivia Wright and Frank Kelley Chester-Andover Elementary School August Pullman thinks of himself as ordinary on the inside, but not so much on the outside. He was born with a […]
15-year-old Maci Prescott vaults into gymnastics championships
By Greg Hart Sports editor Gymnastics takes skill, strength and flexibility. But to take it to the next level and be successful in competition, one also needs focus and determination. At age 15, Chester’s Maci Prescott has the whole package and is headed to Bradenton, Fla., for the USA Gymnastics 2014 Level 9 […]
Two Londonderry parks seek volunteers for building projects
Flood Brook School Two parks in Londonderry will soon be needing help in building playgrounds. Both the Flood Brook School and Pingree Park have projects in the wings. The Flood Brook School Community Playground Build will be taking place Thursday through Sunday, May 15 through May 18 at the school. The organization says it […]
Tweak traditional French onion soup with hard apple cider
By Jim Bailey theyankeechef.blogspot.com Traditionally made with either vermouth, dry red or white wine, French onion soup is a great meal when made with plenty of onions that have been caramelized. I say caramelized because I believe the natural sugars come out somewhat when cooking onions as directed below, but truthfully the onions are […]
Enliven your mashed potatoes with tangy horseradish cream
By Jim Bailey theyankeechef.blogspot.com M y father enjoyed horseradish in many dishes, but the second Yankee Chef’s favorite side dish was horseradish cream and mashed potatoes. Generations of New Englanders have enjoyed horseradish in one form or another, not just as a side to prime rib. Heck, my family could never afford prime rib until […]
